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MTX 553L

1972 MG B GT

Red Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 May 2019
Tests13 (13 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

65,849 mi
Last recorded65,849 miles
Recorded on8 May 2018
Typical for 1972 MG B GT41,520 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMTX 553L
MakeMG
ModelB GT
Year1972
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

13 pass
Pass 8 May 2018 65,849 miles
Pass 17 May 2017 63,019 miles
Pass 10 May 2016 61,348 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 12 May 2015 59,577 miles
Pass 12 May 2014 58,046 miles
Pass 13 May 2013 56,027 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

offside front tyre wearing on outer edge

Pass 11 May 2012 53,358 miles
Pass 12 May 2011 51,978 miles
Pass 11 May 2010 49,247 miles
Pass 14 May 2009 46,864 miles
Pass 16 May 2008 43,783 miles
Pass 4 May 2007 40,530 miles
Pass 5 May 2006 38,478 miles

How Reliable is the MG B GT?

Based on 132,623 MOT tests across 14,879 vehicles.

74.5%
Pass Rate
458
Miles/Year
60
Year Lifespan
14,879
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 4,350
Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 4,119
brake binding 3,855
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 3,693
Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 3,413
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MTX 553L is a 1972 MG B GT in Red with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1972 MG B GT models, the average MOT pass rate is 77.1% with a typical mileage of 41,520 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a MG B GT fails its MOT is windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid, accounting for 4,350 recorded failures. If you're considering buying MTX 553L, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The MG B GT typically stays on UK roads for around 60 years. At 54 years old, this MG B GT is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of MTX 553L?

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What year was MTX 553L registered?

MTX 553L is a 1972 MG B GT, first registered on 20 December 1972.

Is MTX 553L safe to buy?

The MOT history for MTX 553L shows 13 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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